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TV crews and paranormal investigators have packed the prison museum. They’ve captured EVPs, photos of orbs and some even claim to have smelled cigar smoke straight from the ectoplasm-lined lungs of the warden himself.

The evening begins near 5pm for a group pick-up in Bed Stuy. Near 7pm we’ll begin our paranormal assessment, which will see us identify locations of interest inside the prison, and the spirits present.

Wandering the grounds and capturing EVPs and photo’s we will attempt to capture orbs or ghastly apparitions. Scary stories, snacks and fun-times are expected until 10pm… When the blindfolds go on.

That’s when shit gets real.

Some “Spirits of Interest” include The Warden: a sadistic cigar smoking sociopath said to lurk the prison grounds. Personally overseeing the execution of numerous inmates, could this hardened law man lurk the halls today?

The notorious Boston Strangler. The dick-less dick flasher turned serial killer had a brief stint here when he was picked up on lewdness, and exposure charges. The murder of 13 women was attributed to the actions of this psychopath; will he… pop-up during our visit?

Spend an enchanting evening with our psychics and tarot readers in Bushwick. Psychic reader Jade, and tarot specialist Alex will be on-site providing unlimited psychic and tarot readings. In one-on-one sessions our readers Jade and Alex will work in unison to guide you through the spirit world. You’ll have the opportunity to connect with loves ones in spirit, and mind.

For those interested in healing; Fernanda will be on-hand providing the restorative and healing art of Reiki. Reiki practitioners utilize their hands and palms to manipulate their clients energy, which is said to provide therapeutic effects for the body, mind and soul.

This event is ideal for couples/partners, families, girls night out, and individuals seeking to heal from loss or those curious about their life path. Bring mom.

Capacity is limited, and tickets are almost sold out. Please tip your readers.

Arlene’s Grocery has been a lower east side institution since 1995 when the former bodega, and butcher shop were turned in to a venue. Since then, thousands of bands have played in the building; including notable performances by Lady Gaga and The Strokes.

While multiple sightings of ghosts have been reported by concert goers, we will be attempting to make contact specifically with Joey Ramone. Joey lived a few blocks from the venue, and is said to wander to the premises when a spectacular show is playing.

With its rustic wooden interior and breathtaking views of the Manhattan skyline, BIBA is one of Williamsburg’s best-kept secrets. Formerly a rubber factory, the vintage building has been repurposed as a beer hall with a luxurious outdoor patio bordering the East River Park. If you have yet to experience Williamsburg’s hottest new haunt, now is your chance.

Sunday, BIBA will host an unforgettable new event, the Indie Makers Market, a celebration of small independent businesses in the North Brooklyn community. Beginning with a boozy brunch and delectable food by Awkward Scone, the activities will run from noon to 7 PM and include a little something for everyone, from food tastings with star chefs to tarot readings.

Brooklyn Paranormal Society will be onsite, bringing the spooky vibe to the market with a psychic on-site. We’re thrilled to be on the roster of such an incredible event, and can’t wait to meet as many interesting Brooklyn residents as we can—living and dead.

We’re really excited to explore the old rubber factory and search for lingering spirits, ever since we learned that the location, 101 Kent Ave., has a seriously creepy history. Apparently, many years ago, a freemason named Harry Rybeck was reported to be saved from drowning by one Thomas Mooney, who developed a reputation as an infamous political activist bomber. Rybeck lived many years after his brush with death, surviving until 1998.

Tom Mooney as a young socialist, 1910

Now, we aren’t saying his ghost is hanging around the BIBA beer hall, but it’s a possibility we’re definitely willing to consider. After learning about the hidden details of the Rybeck story, initially described in a local paper as an act of heroism, we’ve certainly got some questions. Was Rybeck’s drowning really accidental—or was it an initiation of sorts? A promotion into the higher echelons of Freemasonry?

We enjoy sharing our passion for local history with a creepy touch. We’ll be on hand to answer any questions and to sign prospective members up for free. What’s more, we’ll be taking guests on free ghost hunts while the event is ongoing.

If you’ve ever considered coming out to a paranormal event, you’ll get a taste of what we’re all about. A peer-led collective consisting primarily of millennials, we’re an openminded yet skeptical group with an appreciation for good food, good hops, and weird stuff. We hope you’ll join us for this free event.

The supernatural legend of the Lady of the Lake has compelled Long Island locals for over forty years, and a resurgence in the popularity of paranormal phenomena amongst millennials has only increased the amount of discussion surrounding Lake Ronkonkoma. Let’s rewind for a moment and set the stage.

Lake Ronkonkoma is Long Island’s biggest freshwater body, known for its immense beauty and quiet tranquility. Located just outside of the hustle and bustle of the city, it provides a welcome escape for the creative, the dreamer, and the introvert who finds the concrete jungle overwhelming.

Many New Yorkers appreciate the peaceful atmosphere the lake provides, and it has remained a hidden gem beloved by locals for many decades.

At the turn of the century, a quaint lakeside resort was built, attracting wealthy tourists and catching the attention of William Vanderbilt, who eventually built his own private road leading from the heart of Manhattan right the shores of Ronkonkoma.

Another group of people are fond of the lake, for quite a different reason. In the 1970s, Suffolk County ghost hunters, intrigued by the whisperings of their community about a ghost upon the lake, began pilgrimaging to the shores of Lake Ronkonkoma in the hopes of catching a glimpse of what was said to be a female apparition with siren-like qualities.

There have always been strange rumors circulating about this lake. Though it is fairly normal in appearance, many believe without a shadow of a doubt that there are dangerous whirlpools in its depths. Others are convinced it is attached to a series of labyrinthian underwater tunnels leading to a river in the state of Connecticut.

None of these beliefs have much scientific bearing, as far as we know. They are likely nothing more than local folklore, passed along from parents to their children as warnings to stay away from the murky depths. Nevertheless, they have contributed to a much more terrifying legend that refuses to go away: the Lady of the Lake.

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